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Certified Welder

Armstrong, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 17, 2026
1 position

$51 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Certified Welder is responsible for fabricating, fitting, and repairing metal components and infrastructure to support mill operations. They must troubleshoot mechanical issues and ensure all work is performed according to blueprints and safety standards.

Job details

CERTIFIED WELDER ARMSTRONG, BRITISH COLUMBIA Our Certified Welders hold us together – literally. Our welders thrive on the opportunity to fabricate new solutions and repair existing mill process components and infrastructure. They keep our business running and do so in a way that keeps our employees and equipment safe. Does this sound like the position you’ve been waiting for? Read on to learn more! We’re looking for a Certified Welder to join our EcoLogo-certified facility located in Armstrong, British Columbia. Our Armstrong Lumber Division safely and sustainably produces 234 million board feet every year for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities. Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications: * Experience working as a Welder with a Red Seal Certification is required. * Certified Pressure welder experience would be considered an asset. * Commitment to working safely. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work independently and within a team. * Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. * Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) - preferably JD Edwards. * Fabricator endorsement, millwright experience and previous experience in a forest products environment is considered an asset. We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us. In this role you will: * Commitment to working safely coupled with strong communication & interpersonal skills. * Apply your knowledge, experience and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues. * Complete the lay-out, fitting and fabrication of metal components to assemble structural forms such as machinery frames, platforms, handrails, machine guarding and piping. * Repair metal components and infrastructure using gas, arc-air, MIG, TIG and electrode as required. * Read blueprints and interpret OEM maintenance information to complete work to mill standards. So, what’s in it for you? * You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members. * You’ll earn a competitive wage of $51.245 with added premiums for working shifts, dual tickets and signing up as a first aider. * You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plans, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future. * You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work. * You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training. * You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment. If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations. We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers [https://tolko.com/careers/]. Want to know what it’s like to work for Tolko? Hear what our employees have to say [https://youtu.be/nFmwq70ywzI]! About the North Okanagan Valley The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia. Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here. Watch this video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7b34khAj2bY] to learn about the region and find out why life is better here. Follow us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/149766], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Tolko-Industries-Ltd-116922935447/], and Twitter [https://twitter.com/TolkoIndustries] to stay up to date on Tolko news and job postings. TO PROTECT THE PRIVACY OF YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE ENSURE THAT WHEN YOU APPLY, YOU ARE DIRECTED TO TOLKO’S JOB BOARD AT HTTPS://RECRUITING.ULTIPRO.CA [https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/] OR YOU ARE ACCESSING TOLKO JOB OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.TOLKO.COM/CAREERS [http://www.tolko.com/careers].

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Red Seal Welder certification and demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety. Proficiency in maintenance management software and experience in a forest products or industrial environment is highly preferred.